# Gemstone Small Buddha - Amethyst > Gemstone Small Buddha - Amethyst is an amethyst statue. At £10.00 it is available now, with UK delivery in 2–5 working days. It suits someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. Delivery is £3.95, free over £40. ## Facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | URL | https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-small-buddha-amethyst387 | | Product type | Gemstone Figures | | This option | Amethyst | | Material | Amethyst: a purple variety of quartz | | Colour | Violet to deep purple | | Hardness | 7 on the Mohs scale | | Natural or man-made | Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. | | Where it is usually found | Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia and other parts of Africa | | What's included | One statue | | SKU | gemf-60 | | Price | £10.00 | | Availability | In stock | | Care | Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. | | Delivery | UK only. £3.95, free over £40; 2–5 working days | | Returns | 14 days from delivery (UK Consumer Contracts Regulations) | | Payment | Card via secure Shopify checkout | | Category | Gemstone Figures (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-figures) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Small Buddha - Amethyst is a amethyst decorative figure depicting the Buddha, made for a shelf, altar or quiet corner. The Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, taught in northern India around the 5th century BCE. Statues show him in mudras, hand gestures that each carry a meaning, such as touching the earth or turning the wheel of the teachings. The Gemstone Small Buddha range comes in 3 versions. If Amethyst isn't quite right, compare Jade or Que Sera Stone. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, typically violet to deep purple. It measures 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. Amethyst was set into the rings of medieval bishops and appears in the British Crown Jewels. February's traditional birthstone is amethyst, which makes it a popular birthday gift. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) In Buddhist and Hindu homes, statues are placed on a clean, raised shelf as a mark of respect, often facing the room or the entrance, with a candle, flowers or incense nearby. Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. Today it is one of the most popular stones for a quiet corner or meditation shelf. In modern crystal tradition amethyst is linked with the crown and third eye chakra and with Pisces, Aquarius and Virgo. Traditional meanings are offered for interest and reflection, not as a health claim. ## How to use - Rest it at or above eye level on a shelf, mantel or altar. - Pair it with a tealight, a small plant or an incense holder for a simple meditation corner. - It pairs traditionally with selenite or clear quartz. - Altar idea: build around the four elements: a candle for fire, incense for air, a stone for earth and water in a bowl. - Seasonal idea: refresh the altar at each festival of the Wheel of the Year, from Imbolc to Yule. - Small-space idea: a single shelf, a windowsill or a tray can hold a complete altar. ## Care - Wipe with a fine, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; steer clear of soaps, salt and long soaks. Strong sunlight can fade amethyst over time, so showcase it out of direct sun. - Dust with a fine, dry brush; steer clear of harsh cleaners on painted finishes. ## Policies - Delivery: UK delivery £3.95, free over £40, 2–5 working days. UK addresses only. - Returns: You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. - Payment: Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ## Other versions - [Gemstone Small Buddha - Jade](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-small-buddha-jade399): £10.00 - [Gemstone Small Buddha - Que Sera Stone](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-small-buddha-que-sera-stone400): £10.00 ## Questions and answers (18) ### What is the Gemstone Small Buddha - Amethyst used for? Stand it at or above eye level on a shelf, mantel or altar. Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. ### Is the amethyst in the Amethyst statue real? Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. Each piece is natural, so colour and markings vary from the photo. ### How do I cleanse my amethyst statue? Traditional cleansing methods include leaving it in moonlight overnight, passing it through incense or sage smoke, or resting it on a selenite plate. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### Is the Amethyst statue a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. At £10.00 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### How long does delivery take? UK delivery is £3.95, free on orders over £40, and usually arrives in 2–5 working days. ### What is your returns policy? You have 14 days from delivery to cancel under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk and we'll explain how to send it back; refunds are made within 14 days of receiving it. ### What's the difference between Amethyst and Jade? Both are Gemstone Small Buddha pieces. Amethyst is amethyst (violet to deep purple); Jade is jade (green, from pale to deep). They cost the same. ### Which Gemstone Small Buddha options are there? 3 options: Jade, Que Sera Stone, as well as this one. ### What is Amethyst associated with? Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. Today it is one of the most popular stones for a quiet corner or meditation shelf. These are beliefs, not health claims. ### What chakra is Amethyst linked with? In modern crystal tradition, the crown and third eye chakras. ### Which zodiac signs go with Amethyst? Pisces, Aquarius and Virgo, according to popular crystal tradition. ### How hard is Amethyst? 7 on the Mohs scale. That's durable for everyday handling, though it can still chip if dropped. ### Where does Amethyst come from? Amethyst is usually found in Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia and other parts of Africa. ### What goes well with Amethyst? It is often paired with selenite or clear quartz. ### Will amethyst fade in sunlight? It can. Keep it out of strong direct sun, such as a south-facing windowsill. ### How do I look after the Amethyst statue? Wipe with a smooth, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. Strong sunlight can fade amethyst over time, so display it out of direct sun. ### How do I use the Amethyst statue? Stand it at or above eye level on a shelf, mantel or altar. Pair it with a tealight, a small plant or an incense holder for a simple meditation corner. ### How much is the Amethyst statue? £10.00. UK delivery is £3.95, or free if your basket is over £40: add £30.00 more to qualify. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-small-buddha-amethyst387